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Shadow Alakazam

Shadow Alakazam (Shadow)Psychic
  • windy
Shadow Alakazam is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon

Shadow Alakazam is a Psychic-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 3,057 CP and is weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Confusion / Psychic. It is boosted by Windy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Shadow Alakazam Stats and Max CP

271 ATK
167 DEF
146 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
3456 CP
Lvl 40
3057 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
2184 CP
Lvl 20 Raids
1747 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1310 CP

Shadow Alakazam's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

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Shadow Alakazam PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Even though it is an extreme glass cannon, Shadow Alakazam boasts one of the highest Psychic-type damage output in Pokémon GO, beaten only by Mega and Shadow Mewtwo, and Mega Alakazam.

In fact, its DPS is marginally higher than regular Psystrike Mewtwo. Dodging is compulsory when using Shadow Alakazam in ⚔️ Raids, but keep in mind that Mega Alakazam is overall significantly better, with better bulk and around 9% more damage. So given a choice, Mega Alakazam is the stronger option not just for the viability but also the cost of powering up.

And needless to say, none in the Alakazam family should have anything even remotely to do with 🛡️ Gym defense. They are all just so flimsy!

Shadow Alakazam PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

🔵 Great League

Despite the concerning bulk, Shadow Alakazam is quite good in the Great League meta thanks to a hyper fast moveset which also packs a punch in terms of damage. Powerful foes like Jellicent, Shelgon, Empoleon (both regular and Shadow), Shadow Forretress, and Fearow all bow down to Shadow Alakazam’s high-octane and quick damage, making this glass cannon a surprisingly efficient pick for your team. Of course, there are better Psychic options like Grumpig and Cresselia, but this one doesn't disappoint! Moreover, the Shadow is a straight upgrade to the regular variant.

🟡 Ultra League

Shadow Alakazam once again manages to hold its own, this time being better than ever in the Ultra League. It beats Giratina Altered, Gourgeist Super, Shadow Empoleon, Shadow Feraligatr, Talonflame, Drifblim, Ampharos, and Shadow Scizor, apart from causing a lot of havoc via shield baiting and/or heavy HP loss for the opponent.

Its flurry of moves and ability to fit in any role, be it lead or closer, make Shadow Alakazam quite an asset for your GBL team. It may not possess an incredible win rate but it does torment the opposition more than you would usually expect, often paving the way to victory for your team. You may need some experience to get a hang of it, but once you do, Shadow Alakazam is a legit match-winner on PvP! 🙌

🟣 Master League

The Master League and its inhabitants prove to be too much of a task for Shadow Alakazam. Keep it for the Ultra League (maybe even the Great League) if you're looking to use it in PvP.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
#165
PsychicPsychic-type
#26
Great LeagueGreat League
#845
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#658
Master LeagueMaster League
#293

Shadow Alakazam Type Chart

Shadow Alakazam takes increased damage from:Shadow Alakazam takes increased damage from:

BugBug160.0%
DarkDark160.0%
GhostGhost160.0%

Shadow Alakazam takes reduced damage from:Shadow Alakazam takes reduced damage from:

FightingFighting62.5%
PsychicPsychic62.5%

Shadow Alakazam best moveset

Moves

Confusion + Psychic

Psychic
PsychicConfusion
PsychicPsychic
Shadow Alakazam's best Psychic-type moveset is Confusion / Psychic, with 18.45 DPS and 236.9 TDO. These moves are boosted by Windy weather. Shadow Alakazam ranks #26 (B Tier) as a Psychic attacker with that moveset.
1.PsychicConfusionPsychicPsychic15.5018.45236.9
2.PsychicPsycho CutPsychicPsychic15.3918.32235.2
3.FightingCounterPsychicPsychic14.5717.35222.8
4.PsychicConfusionGhostShadow Ball14.4617.22221.1
5.PsychicPsycho CutGhostShadow Ball14.0016.68214.1
6.PsychicConfusionPsychicFuture Sight13.8916.54212.4
7.PsychicConfusionFairyDazzling Gleam13.7016.31209.4
8.FightingCounterGhostShadow Ball13.5416.13207.1
1–8 of 21

Fast Attacks

  • FightingCounter *1391.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Counter
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage13
    Energy9
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage8
    Energy6

    Effects
    Counter has no special effects.
    See Counter details page ↗
  • PsychicPsycho Cut470.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Psycho Cut
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage4
    Energy7
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage4
    Energy9

    Effects
    Psycho Cut has no special effects.
    See Psycho Cut details page ↗
  • PsychicConfusion19141.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Confusion
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage19
    Energy14
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration1.5s
    Damage window0.5s - 1.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage16
    Energy14

    Effects
    Confusion has no special effects.
    See Confusion details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • FairyDazzling Gleam *100503.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Dazzling Gleam
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • DragonDragon
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage100
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window2.1s - 3.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy55

    Effects
    Dazzling Gleam has no special effects.
    See Dazzling Gleam details page ↗
  • FightingFocus Blast1401003.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Focus Blast
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage140
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window3.0s - 3.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage150
    Energy75

    Effects
    Focus Blast has no special effects.
    See Focus Blast details page ↗
  • FireFire Punch50332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Fire Punch
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • GrassGrass
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage50
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.3s - 1.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage60
    Energy40

    Effects
    Fire Punch has no special effects.
    See Fire Punch details page ↗
  • GhostShadow Ball100503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Shadow Ball
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • DarkDark
    • 39.1%
      • NormalNormal
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage100
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window2.4s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50

    Effects
    Shadow Ball has no special effects.
    See Shadow Ball details page ↗
  • NormalFrustration10332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Frustration
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage10
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.0s - 1.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage10
    Energy70

    Effects
    Frustration has no special effects.
    See Frustration details page ↗
  • PsychicPsychic *95503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Psychic
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage95
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.5s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage75
    Energy55

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Psychic has a 10.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Psychic details page ↗
  • PsychicFuture Sight1151002.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Future Sight
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • PoisonPoison
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 39.1%
      • DarkDark
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage115
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.2s - 2.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage110
    Energy65

    Effects
    Future Sight has no special effects.
    See Future Sight details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

The following chart shows Shadow Alakazam's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Alakazam's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

Legacy Elite Fast and Charged Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charged TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Shadow Alakazam has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Shadow Alakazam CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Alakazam reaches a maximum of 3,057 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,603–1,747 CP, rising to 2,003–2,184 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,249–1,310 CP.

Max CPMax CP3057 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1249 CP - 1310 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1666 CP - 1747 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1603 CP - 1747 CP
Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
2003 CP - 2184 CP
Weather boosted, Level 25, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
InfoMore information
  • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
  • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
  • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 6 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 6/6/6 IV floor.
    • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
  • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 6 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 6/6/6 IV floor.
    • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
  • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
  • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

Max Combat Power per Level chart

Shadow Alakazam Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
143 CP2135 CP3227 CP
4320 CP5412 CP6504 CP
7597 CP8689 CP9781 CP
10873 CP11961 CP121048 CP
131135 CP141223 CP151310 CP
161397 CP171485 CP181572 CP
191659 CP201747 CP211834 CP
221921 CP232009 CP242096 CP
252184 CP262271 CP272358 CP
282446 CP292533 CP302621 CP
312664 CP322708 CP332752 CP
342795 CP352839 CP362883 CP
372926 CP382970 CP393014 CP
403057 CP413096 CP423135 CP
433174 CP443214 CP453254 CP
463294 CP473334 CP483375 CP
493415 CP503456 CP

Pokédex information

Kanto
Pokédex Number#65
Height1.5 m
Weight48 kg
RegionGeneration 1
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate5%
Catch rewards
Candy10
Stardust500
Additional Move Cost
Candy50
Stardust50000
Mega Energy reward
For walking as a Buddy
Candy15 Mega Energy

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
AbraAbra
  • 25 Candy25 Candy
KadabraKadabra
KadabraKadabra
  • 100 Candy100 Candy
  • Trade Icon0 Candy if traded
AlakazamAlakazam
AlakazamAlakazam
  • 200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)
Mega Alakazam (Mega)Mega Alakazam
  • Abra evolves into Kadabra which costs 25 Candy.
  • Kadabra evolves into Alakazam which costs 100 Candy.
  • Alakazam can transform into Mega Alakazam through Mega Evolution. This costs 200 energy the first time and 40 energy each subsequent time.
How to purify Shadow Alakazam
Purification cost3 Candy
3000 Stardust
Shadow Charged AttackNormalFrustration
Purified Charged AttackNormalReturn

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Alakazam

Photobomb

A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Alakazam's Psychic-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Shadow Alakazam.

Psychic Psychic

Pokédex informationMore information

Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
  • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
  • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
  • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

Power-up costs

StardustCandyCandy XL
LVL 50624,000 Stardust406 Shadow Alakazam Candy360 Shadow Alakazam Candy XL
LVL 40336,000 Stardust406 Shadow Alakazam Candy12 Shadow Alakazam Candy XL
LVL 35228,000 Stardust274 Shadow Alakazam Candy-
LVL 30150,000 Stardust185 Shadow Alakazam Candy-
LVL 2596,000 Stardust136 Shadow Alakazam Candy-
LVL 2057,000 Stardust97 Shadow Alakazam Candy-
LVL 1530,600 Stardust67 Shadow Alakazam Candy-
LVL 1013,200 Stardust38 Shadow Alakazam Candy-
LVL 53,600 Stardust18 Shadow Alakazam Candy-

Shadow Alakazam Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Shadow Alakazam from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 624,000 Stardust, 406 Candy, and 360 Candy XL to fully power up Shadow Alakazam in Pokémon GO.

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Shadow Alakazam family

A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Shadow Alakazam in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

AbraAbra
KadabraKadabra
AlakazamAlakazam
Dynamax Abra (Dynamax)Dynamax Abra
Dynamax Kadabra (Dynamax)Dynamax Kadabra
Dynamax Alakazam (Dynamax)Dynamax Alakazam
Mega Alakazam (Mega)Mega Alakazam
Shadow Abra (Shadow)Shadow Abra
Shadow Kadabra (Shadow)Shadow Kadabra
Shadow Alakazam (Shadow)Shadow Alakazam

Size information

No size information available for this Pokémon

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer4s
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability70.0%
Attack Timer11s
Dodge Probability20.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Shadow Alakazam

Shadow Alakazam high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Alakazam. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

Official artwork

Shadow Alakazam Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

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Shadow Alakazam Pokédex entries

Kanto
VersionsPokédex entry
Red, BlueIts brain can out­ perform a super­ computer. Its intelligence quotient is said to be 5,000.
YellowA POKéMON that can memorize anything. It never forgets what it learns-- that's why this POKéMON is smart.
GoldClosing both its eyes heightens all its other senses. This enables it to use its abilities to their extremes.
SilverIts brain cells multiply continu­ ally until it dies. As a result, it remembers everything.
CrystalIt has an IQ of 5000. It calcu­ lates many things in order to gain the edge in every battle.
RubyALAKAZAM’s brain continually grows, making its head far too heavy to support with its neck. This POKéMON holds its head up using its psychokinetic power instead.
SapphireALAKAZAM’s brain continually grows, infinitely multiplying brain cells. This amazing brain gives this POKéMON an astoundingly high IQ of 5,000. It has a thorough memory of everything that has occurred in the world.
EmeraldWhile it has strong psychic abilities and high intelligence, an ALAKAZAM’s muscles are very weak. It uses psychic power to move its body.
FireRedIt does not like physical attacks very much. Instead, it freely uses extra­ sensory powers to defeat foes.
LeafGreenIts brain can outperform a supercomputer. Its IQ (intelligence quotient) is said to be around 5,000.
DiamondIts superb memory lets it recall everything it has experienced from birth. Its IQ exceeds 5,000.
PearlIts highly developed brain is on par with a supercomputer. It can use all forms of psychic abilities.
Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2The spoons clutched in its hands are said to have been created by its psychic powers.
HeartGoldClosing both its eyes heightens all its other senses. This enables it to use its abilities to their extremes.
SoulSilverIts brain cells multiply continually until it dies. As a result, it remembers everything.
XIts brain cells multiply continually until it dies. As a result, it remembers everything.
YIts brain can outperform a supercomputer. Its IQ (intelligence quotient) is said to be around 5,000.
Omega RubyAlakazam’s brain continually grows, making its head far too heavy to support with its neck. This Pokémon holds its head up using its psychokinetic power instead.
Alpha SapphireAlakazam’s brain continually grows, infinitely multiplying brain cells. This amazing brain gives this Pokémon an astoundingly high IQ of 5,000. It has a thorough memory of everything that has occurred in the world.
SunIt is said to have an IQ of approximately 5,000. Its overflowing psychokinetic powers cause headaches to anyone nearby.
MoonIts brain cells continue to increase in number until its death. The older the Alakazam, the larger its head.
Ultra SunAlakazam uses its psychic powers to make the spoons it carries. Each spoon is an original that there’s only one of in the whole world.
Ultra MoonIf it trusts someone deeply, it will let them have one of its spoons. Anything you eat with that spoon is apparently delicious.
Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!A Pokémon that can memorize anything. It never forgets what it learns—that’s why this Pokémon is smart.
SwordIt has an incredibly high level of intelligence. Some say that Alakazam remembers everything that ever happens to it, from birth till death.
ShieldAlakazam wields potent psychic powers. It’s said that this Pokémon used these powers to create the spoons it holds.
Legends: ArceusThe longer Alakazam lives, the larger and heavier its head becomes. Our tests have shown that the strength of its psychic powers correlates positively to the weight of its head.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Shadow Alakazam’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Psychic-type Pokémon, Shadow Alakazam is weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost-type moves.

What are the best moves for Shadow Alakazam in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Shadow Alakazam in Pokémon GO are Confusion and Psychic. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 18.449 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 236.879.

How does Shadow Alakazam perform in Raids?

Shadow Alakazam is not recommended for Raid use.

How does Shadow Alakazam rank as a Psychic-type attacker?

Shadow Alakazam is a B-Tier Psychic-type attacker, ranking at number #26 with limited utility in specific matchups.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Alakazam?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Alakazam: Mega Alakazam, Mega Slowbro, Mega Starmie, Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y, Mega Gardevoir, Mega Medicham, Mega Metagross, Mega Latias, Mega Latios, Mega Rayquaza, Mega Gallade, Mega Delphox, and Mega Malamar.

What is Shadow Alakazam’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Shadow Alakazam’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3057 CP and 3456 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Alakazam be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Alakazam can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Shadow Alakazam Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Alakazam cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.